Six-Fours-les-Plages
Discover the small town of Six-Fours-les-Plages near Toulon in the Var region of France
A charming resort on the Côte Provençale, Six-Fours Les Plages invites you to experience the Art of Southern Living between sea and forest, along 18 km of coastline where sandy beaches alternate with secret coves, small marinas and unspoiled forests.
A rich historical heritage
The alchemy of history has brought together on 2,700 hectares a rich historical heritage made up of 125 medieval hamlets, listed churches: the 11th-century Collegiate Church of Saint Pierre, near the Fort of Six Fours, the pre-Romanesque Chapel of Notre-Dame de Pépiole (6th century), Notre-Dame du Mai at the summit of Cap Sicié at 358 meters altitude, offers a magnificent panorama of the hinterland and coast from Cassis to Toulon.
What to do in Six-Fours les Plages?
You'll be seduced by the variety of sites and activities to discover:
- The Janas forest enchants walkers with its 1,000 hectares of preserved Mediterranean species, including pines, cork oaks, arbutus, olive trees, rockroses and broom. A vast network of trails is ideal for a wide range of nature sports, including mountain biking, cycle touring and horse riding.
Où se balader ? Le sentier du littoral
Where to go for a walk? The coastal path
- The sentier du littoral (coastal path) takes you past water and coves to the charming port of Le Brusc, where fishermen's “pointus” are lapping at the water. Evenings here are lively and colorful, with sunsets over the bay.
From here, you can embark for Ile des Embiez, a mecca for yachting, balneotherapy and scuba diving.
- When the mistral sings, the bay comes alive with the colorful ballet of windsurfers tacking from spot to spot between La Coudoulière and Brutal Beach.
A sporting resort, Six-Fours offers regattas, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, sea fishing, canoeing, sailing schools, water skiing, rowing and all the facilities you could wish for: swimming pool, tennis, archery...
Discover Provencal traditions and craftsmanship at local festivals and markets, and at the many events on offer: Jazz, theater, cinema, exhibitions, summer festivals...
What's the most beautiful beach in Six-Fours-Les-Plages?
Six-Fours-Les-Plages is packed with coastal treasures, each with its own unique charm. Bonnegrâce beach stands out for its impressive expanse and crystal-clear waters. For lovers of tranquillity, the wild creeks of Cap Nègre offer intimate havens of peace.
Families will appreciate Le Cros beach, with its shallow waters and adapted facilities. Sports enthusiasts will head for La Coudoulière beach, renowned for its ideal conditions for water sports.
And let's not forget the magnificent Roches Brunes beach, accessible to people with reduced mobility. For an island experience, the beaches of Ile des Embiez promise a complete change of scenery, just a short shuttle ride from the port of Le Brusc.
Our interactive map of Six-Fours-Les-Plages (postal code 83140)
To find your way around Six-Fours-les-Plages, you can use our Six-Fours-les-Plages map, which you'll find here. It shows all the town's points of interest (town hall, church, park, collegiate church, etc.) as well as our recommendations for accommodation in and around the town.
What to see
Notre Dame de l'Assomption.
Notre Dame de Pepiole Chapel.
The Collegiate church St Pierrre.
Cap Sicie.
Leisure activities
All water sports.
Hiking.
Horse riding. Cycling.
Cyclo-tourism.
Bed and breakfast
B&B : 1 guest room - 400 m from the sea
Farm products. (+ 5 gîtes)
Holiday rentals
5 gîtes for 4 to 7 people. Private terraces
Landscaped garden - 400 m from the sea
Campings
1.5-hectare campsite open all year round, 1.5km from the sea and 2km from the center. Campsite pitches and mobile-home rentals for 2 to 6 people. Heated pool, kids' club, entertainment, playground. restaurant.
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Accomodations
Hotels.
Bed and breakfast.
Holiday rentals.
Campsites.
Your questions about Six-Fours
You have sent us several questions about the commune of Six-Fours-les-Plages. Here are our answers to the most frequently asked questions.
Where to eat? A good restaurant in Six-Fours?
If you're looking for a good place to eat in Six-Fours, we recommend the “Saveurs du Brusc” restaurant, with its fine Mediterranean cuisine and pleasant setting, where you're sure to have a great time. If you prefer Italian cuisine, don't miss the “Spiaggia Ristorante” on the waterfront, as its name suggests. Excellent Italian cuisine!
Where is 6 Fours les Plages?
The city of Six-Fours-les-Plages is located in the Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur (PACA) region on the shores of the sublime Mediterranean Sea. Toulon is just 10km away, and many Toulon residents visit at weekends. The nearest well-known villages are La Seyne sur Mer and Sanary sur Mer. The island of Porquerolles isn't far either.
Why is it called Six-Fours-les-Plages?
Originally, the Latin name of the town meant “six forts”, six fortified places to defend the coast from barbarian invasions. Gradually, the name changed to “Six Fours”, giving the town a whole new meaning.
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
La Seyne sur Mer (5 km), Sanary sur Mer (6 km), Ollioules (7 km) and Saint Mandrier (10 km).